Mortar and pestles are great for chunky pastes and blends, among other things, but are prone to breakage. If you don't have ...

Coarsely grind spices with a mortar and pestle or spice grinder ... In a small bowl, whisk together herbs, red pepper, garlic, mustard, vinegar, olive oil, and ½ teaspoon salt.

Mix warm water and dish soap to create a gentle cleaning solution. Use it to scrub your mortar and pestle, then let it air dry. For tougher stains, mix baking soda with water to form a paste. Apply ...